| Events and exhibitions in Qatar attract large crowds
to the region. Various events and exhibitions that are held in Qatar cater to
varied interests of tourists. Events and exhibitions in Qatar make it
a famous tourist destination. Popular events help in the growth of tourism
in Qatar. Some of them are instant hits amongst the local people and foreign
tourists. But some events and exhibitions take time to grow in people's minds.
However, most of the staged events and exhibitions in Qatar are well known.
Qatar is a lively place where numerous events are
staged throughout the year. Some events and exhibitions in Qatar promote the country's
cultural heritage, whereas the others promote sports in Qatar.
The events and exhibitions in Qatar which manage to pull the maximum number
of people are Doha Cultural Festival and the Qatar Open tennis competition.
The Doha Cultural Festival is an annual event that celebrates the spirit of this
vibrant metropolis. It is the most-awaited event in Qatar for locals. Exhibitions
of artworks and handicrafts and various competitions are held across the city,
displaying the zest and passion of people of Doha. The biggest international
sporting event in the history of Qatar
was the recently-held Doha Asian Games. This competition highlighted Qatar as
an upcoming sports destination to tourists across the world. Covered by world
media, and widely participated by sportspersons across Asia, this event brought
in unstinted praise for the country and its infrastructure. The Qatar
Masters golf tournament and Doha International Trade Fair are two other important
international events in Qatar. These events witness huge participation by local
and global entities and generate good revenues for the country.  | 
